Korean / English Translation & Interpretation Rates
Document Translation Rates
The documents we receive vary widely, and it is not possible to present a generalized rate schedule. We determine our price based on various factors, including:
- subject field / technicality / volume
- required turnaround (production speed)
- amount of formatting required
For further details, refer to the FAQ section below.
If you have a document that needs to be translated, please e-mail it to us. After reviewing the pages, we will provide you with a price quote. If the file size of your document is too large for e-mail transmission, we can send you an upload invitation link, which you can use to upload your file to our secure (encrypted) server space.
FAQ on Korean / English Translation
Q1: We are interested in your document translation service. How can we get the best price?
A1: One factor affecting the price is the production speed. If the lead time you require is too short compared to the volume of your document, your order becomes a “rush order” and we have to charge a rush fee. For a project with a firm deadline, you can reduce your cost by requesting translation as soon as the document becomes available.
Q2: We have a 250-page document. For project budgeting purposes, can we get a tentative price estimate by sending you some representative pages, rather than the entire document?
A2: Yes. If you send us about 15 - 20 representative pages, we will give you a possible price range. But the final price should still be determined after we review the entire document. We will do our best to quote the final price within the range we initially mentioned, except in highly unusual cases.
Q3: Our team is writing an important business proposal. When it’s completed, we believe the volume would be approximately 15,000 words. The proposal is not ready yet. But once it’s completed, we have to submit it as soon as possible after translation. To save time, can we get a price quote before our proposal is completed? We can give you a detailed description of the proposal.
A3: Based on the word count and description alone, it is not possible to estimate the price. If you wish to expedite the quoting/ordering process, please send us a fully-written draft version, as you start editing. We will then give you a price on the draft version. If it turns out that your final version has the same volume with only phrase changes from the draft, the price we gave you will be honored.
Zoom Meeting Interpretation Rates
For our interpretation service, please e-mail us the details of your needs. Based on your project description, we will give you a price and explain how to reserve a time slot.
FAQ on Interpretation
[Evening Hour Services]
Q1: Can you provide Zoom meeting interpretation outside of your regular business hours? Do you charge extra for services rendered outside of regular hours?
A1: Due to time difference, Zoom meetings with Korean counterparts are typically held during the evening hours in U.S. time. Although our regular business hours are from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. U.S. Eastern time, we do not charge extra for services performed between 5:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m. U.S. Eastern time. Surcharges apply only to work performed after 11:00 p.m. and before 8:00 a.m. U.S. Eastern time.
[Multi-Session Rates]
Q2: We are collaborating with a Korean company, and we hold Zoom meetings with them regularly. Do you offer a cheaper rate for regular users of your interpretation service?
A2: Yes, we offer pre-paid “multi-session packages”, which is more economical than multiple single-session prices. The details of a package can be tailored to meet each customer’s specific needs.